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The Shabin

Hosted by Olof · St Mary's, Colorado

4 guests max · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet

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A Shed Cabin----Please visit shabin.info for maps and other information. It's a start. The Shabin was constructed in 2019 by father and son and will stand for hopefully a decade. For me, it's a start to building a kind of home away from home and is as much a shed for storing tools as it is a nice place to spend a couple nights. For you, its a start to an adventure, an access point to a gorgeous valley and basin pinched between three 13ers: James, Mt. Bancroft, and Perry Peak. Hike to the top for a grand and harsh alpine tour or stay down low for a colorful and wet picnic in the meadows. The hike to the Shabin is approximately 3.5mi with 1,400ft of elevation gain and typically takes 2.5 hours of casual hiking with breaks. The Shabin sits at about 10,800ft.Please visit shabin.info for maps and other information. The Hut. Stay in the Shabin. Equipped with a wood stove, loft bunks, and a pump sink the Shabin has everything you’ll need. Just bring food. The composting outhouse is just across the meadow. Please follow all the posted signs to keep the Shabin tidy. The Hike. There is no motorized access! This is the challenge and the value of a trip to the Shabin. The hike takes about 2.5 hours (~3.5mi) with breaks and casual hiking. The first half is on old county road and leads to a wide open clearing, a perfect pitstop. At this point you've covered a lot of distance in about 45 minutes. Once you are back on the trail it won't take long before the forest falls apart around you. What was a mellow shaded stroll is now a steep exposed wasteland. A derecho in September 2020 toppled 9/10 trees for miles across the valley. The trail has been cleared so keep on keeping on. About 45 minutes later you'll come to your first waterfall. Choose your own adventure, will you detour to the east and follow a winding game trail, or will you set your course toward the water using old roots as handholds when the hike turns into a climb? You're in the final chapter as you peer down over the first waterfall. There's some steep parts left but if you made it this far, nothing will stop you. Next you'll come across the second waterfall with a pool for wading, or maybe just toes. Its not long now as the trail thins and curves until finally it disappears as the forest opens in a spectacular reveal and you get the first glimpse of the Shabin perched between a tumbling river and soggy meadow. Try to keep your feet dry. The hike to the Shabin is approximately 3.5mi with 1,400ft of elevation gain and typically takes 2.5 hours of casual hiking with breaks. The Shabin sits at about 10,800ft. Please contact the host if you would like a guide for the hike. Safety. Far out bruh... really far out. It took you over two hours to get here and the nearest hospital is in Granby (one is under construction in Winter Park). I sometimes like to hike barefoot but I always remind myself one stubbed toe and the fun is over. Same goes for ankles, knees, cuts, and dehydration. You have to be on your A game to play in these big mountains. At least you're not alone, there is spotty cell service, but its on each of us to take one careful step after the other so we can come home as successful explorers.

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Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet

Please visit shabin.info for maps and other information. The Hut. Stay in the Shabin. Equipped with a wood stove, loft bunks, and a pump sink the Shabin has everything you’ll need. Just bring food. The composting outhouse is just across the meadow. Please follow all the posted signs to keep the Shabin tidy. The Hike. There is no motorized access! This is the challenge and the value of a trip to the Shabin. The hike takes about 2.5 hours (~3.5mi) with breaks and casual hiking. The first half is on old county road and leads to a wide open clearing, a perfect pitstop. At this point you've covered a lot of distance in about 45 minutes. Once you are back on the trail it won't take long before the forest falls apart around you. What was a mellow shaded stroll is now a steep exposed wasteland. A derecho in September 2020 toppled 9/10 trees for miles across the valley. The trail has been cleared so keep on keeping on. About 45 minutes later you'll come to your first waterfall. Choose your own adventure, will you detour to the east and follow a winding game trail, or will you set your course toward the water using old roots as handholds when the hike turns into a climb? You're in the final chapter as you peer down over the first waterfall. There's some steep parts left but if you made it this far, nothing will stop you. Next you'll come across the second waterfall with a pool for wading, or maybe just toes. Its not long now as the trail thins and curves until finally it disappears as the forest opens in a spectacular reveal and you get the first glimpse of the Shabin perched between a tumbling river and soggy meadow. Try to keep your feet dry. The hike to the Shabin is approximately 3.5mi with 1,400ft of elevation gain and typically takes 2.5 hours of casual hiking with breaks. The Shabin sits at about 10,800ft. Please contact the host if you would like a guide for the hike. Safety. Far out bruh... really far out. It took you over two hours to get here and the nearest hospital is in Granby (one is under construction in Winter Park). I sometimes like to hike barefoot but I always remind myself one stubbed toe and the fun is over. Same goes for ankles, knees, cuts, and dehydration. You have to be on your A game to play in these big mountains. At least you're not alone, there is spotty cell service, but its on each of us to take one careful step after the other so we can come home as successful explorers.

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

Reviews

100% Recommend11 ratings · 11 reviews

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· August 2025

Camping with style

Group trip ·

The Shabin

Beautiful land, amazing cabin, awesome hosts. Can’t recommend this place enough !

Christopher C.

3 reviews

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· August 2025

With pets ·

The Shabin

This is the most amazing camp spot in the world. I hate leaving this review because it will draw more people, but more people need to experience this beauty

Rory M.

2 reviews

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· June 2025

A real adventure!

The Shabin

This was an amazing stay! Definitely for the experienced backpacker if you’re going without Olaf to guide you, but so worth the trip. Also, be very aware of your surroundings, we didn’t see any large animals but found shed fur that looked like a bears and moose prints in the snow (exciting for us, but if it’s not your thing it can be intimidating). With that being said, as an avid adventurer, you truly cannot beat this location and stay if you’re into the off grid life. There were wildflowers in the meadow, a beautiful creek right outside your front door and decent but limited battery power if you need a little home comfort. Big props to Olaf for making this stay one of a kind!

Chelsie B.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

10 out of 10 would recommend!!!

Shabin

10 out of 10 would recommend! The hike is pretty, but the Shabin is in a beautiful location close to so many places you can hike in such a scenic area! I would recommend bringing fire-starters, toilet paper and lantern(s) so you can better see at night time under the beautiful stars!! The hike is not too long but there is some elevation gain so I suggest packing a little light (not on food) and enjoying the journey with the views and waterfalls. It is a very serene experience I will be doing again!!! NOTE: the service can be a bit spotty if you have any, make sure you have asked Olof all your wanted questions and got the lock box code before you start the hike.

Morgan K.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

The best glampacking experience!

Group trip ·

Shabin

Second time staying at the Shabin in a month. This time we witnessed 2 bull moose walking by at dusk. The hike up was around 2 hours with stops. Nothing steep, just a long gradual climb with amazing beauty. You follow a well established trail along Jim Creek and so it's very easy to find. A stunning place to enjoy the incredible beauty of our Colorado mountains! Olof has generously opened his shabin and I, for one, cannot thank him enough!

Anne S.

3 reviews

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· August 2024

Be prepared…

With pets ·

Shabin

… to be amazed by all the beauty you can take in at almost 11k feet. Stunning!!! And the Shabin? Not shabby at all!! A very cozy and warm cabin awaits you in the middle of our incredible Colorado mountains. The wood stove was easy to manage and cook on. I was going to bring my backpacking stove and glad I didn’t as it was not needed. The hike in was a steady uphill, nothing too steep, and our 7-year-old daughter managed it easily. We did it in less than 2.5hrs. I am not sure you will find a better hip camp experience - this tops our list and we have camped in some amazing places in Colorado. I almost don’t want to get the word out and keep this place a secret, LOL, but Olof deserves a top review for sharing his amazing land and Shabin. We will return. Again and again.

Anne S.

3 reviews

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· August 2024

Dog friendly tranquil getaway

Group trip ·

Shabin

What a great cabin and location! The Shabin was not too hard to access (stick close to the river) and it was great to be alone in mountains with a roof over your head during these late summer storms. We spent two nights at the cabin, we spent one day exploring to the last waterfall (worth it) and the other in the loft playing games while it rained. Wildflowers were in full bloom. Bedding and cookware are provided and I think the toilet might be the best toilet I’ve ever experienced while camping - 10 out of 10 experience.

Chelsea W.

2 reviews

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· August 2024

Great experience for nature lovers

Shabin

Definitely worth the hike, the view is great, the Shabin well equipped, and you are truly in the wild (we even went face to face with a moose). I would however insist on the fact that the hike to get there is no joke, if you plan to go there I would highly recommend to pack lightly, and make one trip with all your stuff/food. I would advise inexperienced hikers to get some good gear (at least backpack) and seek for advise from the owner. Ask Olof for more information about the trail, the equipment already up there or anything really, he is a great host. But keep in mind he is also a world class athlete, him being able to do the trail barefoot does not mean you can too (learned that the hard way). I would highly insist on starting the hike way before night (like 4pm max for the summer). But if you are up for the challenge go for it, it is absolutely worth it. I would recommend to spend 2 nights up there if you can carry the food for it, so you have time to explore but also to rest.

Paul T.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Secluded paradise

Group trip ·

Shabin

My group and I loved camping at Olofs shabin. For out of state-ers the hike is pretty difficult dealing with elevation. We downloaded the gaia app and were able to follow Olofs trail which made getting lost an impossibility, but having him as a guide would have been comforting. The shabin itself is extremely well maintained and in a perfect scenic location. He has every necessity there, without feeling like glamping. You're still out there in the middle of the wilderness. The wood stove made a night rain shower cozy and the stars were unbelievable. I would be delighted to stay again, it's an unbelievable experience.

David R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

With pets ·

Shabin

The shabin cabin was amazing. The views were next level! I can't wait to go back

Rory M.

2 reviews

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· August 2024

Best spot

Group trip ·

Shabin

Wonderful host. Very accommodating!! You will not believe the views and spots this place had to offer. Be prepared!

Daisy C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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St Mary's, Grand, Colorado, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

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Joined in July 2024

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